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Dr. Eric Gottlieb, associate professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, has been granted a Fulbright Scholar Award to teach and conduct research in mathematics at the University of Primorska in Koper, Slovenia.
The highly anticipated Rhodes Giving Day was held April 8, and this year’s event met its goal of reaching 1,000 donors in just one day. The campaign received 1,003 gifts and raised $272,890, highlighting the commitment and passion of supporters.
Dr. Scott Newstok, professor of English and executive director of the Spence Wilson Center for Interdisciplinary Humanities at Rhodes College, has been awarded a four-year grant from the State Research Agency of Spain.
For Ariyana Muesse ’26, journalism is more than writing—it is a way of connecting people, stories, and communities.
Rhodes College is thrilled to announce that its mock trial team will compete in the American Mock Trial Association National Championship Tournament, marking an impressive 38th consecutive appearance at the nationals.
Dr. Casey Shin, assistant professor of politics and law at Rhodes College, has released his first book titled From Nothing to Nissan: Industrial Policy in Mississippi (University Press of Mississippi, 2026).
Michael Morgan, the director of financial aid at Rhodes College, has been awarded the 2026 Distinguished Service Award by the Southern Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators.
Caroline Johnson, a senior with a major in economics and a minor in art history, has been selected for the prestigious Thomas J. Watson Fellowship, which provides a $40,000 stipend for a 12-month journey to pursue an original project on a global scale.
The Rhodes College community pledged an ambitious 50,000 hours of service to local partners during the 2025-2026 academic year and has exceeded this goal.
Rhodes Men’s Basketball has secured a spot in the NCAA Division III Men's Basketball Championship field, as announced by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).The team will compete against Roanoke College on March 6.